What is the cheapest way to get from Île de Ré to Poitiers?

The cheapest way to get from Île de Ré to Poitiers is to bus which costs €14 - €23 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Île de Ré to Poitiers?

The fastest way to get from Île de Ré to Poitiers is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Île de Ré and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct bus from Île de Ré to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Sablanceaux and arriving at Poitiers via La Rochelle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Île de Ré to Poitiers?

The distance between Île de Ré and Poitiers is 160 km. The road distance is 156.3 km.

How do I travel from Île de Ré to Poitiers without a car?

The best way to get from Île de Ré to Poitiers without a car is to line 151 bus and train which takes 2h 57m and costs €26 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Île de Ré to Poitiers?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Île de Ré to Poitiers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Île de Ré to Poitiers bus from?

Île de Ré to Poitiers bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Rochelle station.

Where does the Île de Ré to Poitiers bus arrive?

Île de Ré to Poitiers bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Poitiers station.

Can I drive from Île de Ré to Poitiers?

Yes, the driving distance between Île de Ré to Poitiers is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Île de Ré to Poitiers.

Where can I stay near Poitiers?

There are 953+ hotels available in Poitiers.

Île de Ré to Poitiers - 3 ways to travel via train, line 151 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Île de Ré to Poitiers by bus, train, or car

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Line 151 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sablanceaux to Gare routièrebus 151 / ...
2. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Poitierstrain Ter / ...
2h 57m
€26–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Poitiersbus 723
4h 7m
€14–22
Drive 156.3 km
1. Drive from La Flotte to Poitierscar 156.3 km
1h 49m
€25–36

Île de Ré to Poitiers by bus, foot, and train

178Weekly Services

2h 57mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Île de Ré, France and Poitiers, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Poitiers once daily. Tickets cost €12–20 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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